Discover the Mediterranean’s legendary wonders with five exciting new Lindblad Expeditions-National Geographic voyages aboard National Geographic Orion, designed in collaboration with Food & Wine Magazine. Book between 31 July- 30 September 2024 and save up to AU$2,142* / NZ$2,382* per cabin.
Setting sail to Croatia, Greece, Turkey, Sardinia, and beyond, each of the five expeditions will be accompanied by a National Geographic Photography Expert and a Destination Expert, providing insight into the history, heritage and culture of the ports of call visited. Furthermore, in collaboration with Food & Wine Magazine, the wine onboard for each itinerary is personally selected by Food & Wine magazine’s Executive Wine Editor, Ray Isle.
Lindblad Expeditions-National Geographic immersive new expeditions include:
Greek Isles Odyssey: Mythology, History & Cerulean Seas
- From: AU$10,704*pp / From: NZ$11,893*pp
- Departure dates: May, Jul, Aug, Sep 2025; Jun, Jul, Sep 2026
- Duration: 8 days
- Starts & Ends at: Athens, Greece
- Put yourself in the picture: On day four, explore Milos. Spend the morning exploring the sea caves at Kleftiko, and if conditions allow, get in the water. This afternoon, on the charming volcanic island of Milos, see the ancient city of Phylakopi, a Bronze Age settlement and famous archaeological site. Capture stunning photos of Papafragas, a unique beach cove surrounded by towering white walls and natural caves. In the small town of Trypiti, visit the 1820 excavation site of ‘Venus de Milo,’ one of the most famous works of ancient Greek sculpture, now exhibited in the Louvre.
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Treasures of the Adriatic: Croatia’s Dalmatian Coast & Montenegro
- From: AU$12,133*pp / From: NZ$13,481*pp
- Departure dates: Aug 2025; Aug 2026
- Duration: 8 days
- Starts at: Split, Croatia / Ends at: Split, Croatia
- Put yourself in the picture: On day 3, discover the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Dubrovnik. Wake up at the ancient walls of Dubrovnik’s Old City—a UNESCO World Heritage site that is considered one of the best-preserved medieval towns in the world. Choose from several experiences to customise your day. Participate in a guided walk of the fortified walls, go oystering and enjoy a seafood lunch in the neighbouring town of Ston, take part in an interactive cooking class in a quaint rural home, or learn about traditional silk embroidery at a local workshop.
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Ancient Mediterranean Odyssey: Exploring Greece, Croatia, and Albania
- From: AU$9,633*pp / From: NZ$10,703*pp
- Departure dates: Jun, Aug 2025; Jun, Aug, Sep 2026
- Duration: 8 days
- Starts at: Athens, Greece / Ends at: Split, Croatia
- Put yourself in the picture: On day 5, explore Krujë / Divjakë-Karavasta National Park. After docking in Durrës, drive to Albania’s ancient capital of Krujë, just north of its modern-day capital of Tirana. Wander the stalls of the medieval bazaar, visit the Ethnographic Museum, and tour the museum dedicated to Albania’s larger-than-life national hero, Skanderbeg—the warrior who led a 15th-century rebellion against the Ottoman Empire. Cap off the day with a stirring folkloric performance. Or, if you’re interested in birding, visit the lagoons of Divjakë-Karavasta National Park, home to over 200 avian species, including the greater flamingo, Kentish plover, and the extremely rare dalmatian pelican.
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Crossroads of the Ancient World: Exploring Greece & Turkey
- From: AU15,700*pp / From: NZ$17,444*pp
- Departure dates: Jul, Sep 2025; Jul, Sep 2026
- Duration: 11 days
- Starts & Ends at: Athens, Greece
- Put yourself in the picture: On day 5, encounter the glittering marble city of the ancient past at Ephesus. Step back in time as you wander through UNESCO World Heritage-listed Ephesus, one of the world’s best preserved ancient cities and once home to the Temple of Artemis, one of the seven wonders of the ancient world. Peer up at the intricately carved ceiling of the iconic Library of Celsus, and marvel at the Temple of Hadrian, where the main keystone arch still holds in place nearly 2,000 years after its construction. Later, enjoy a performance of whirling dervishes—mystical Sufi dancers who spin themselves into a spiritual trance.
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Mediterranean Wonders: Sicily, Greece, Sardinia & Beyond
- From: AU$21,351pp / From: NZ$23,723pp
- Departure dates: May 2025; May 2026
- Duration: 13 days
- Starts at: Barcelona, Spain / Ends at: Athens, Greece
- Put yourself in the picture: On day 6, enjoy the day at sea as you sail toward the Aeolian Islands—not only famous for the winds of the god Aeolus, but also for some of the most well-known classical volcanoes. With a bit of luck, you will witness the pyrotechnics of the active volcanic island of Stromboli. You’ll pass through the narrow Strait of Messina overnight, the purported location of Homer’s monsters Scylla and Charybdis: the rock and the hard place through which Odysseus had to sail.
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Learn more about Lindblad Expeditions-National Geographic Mediterranean special offers here.
For additional information on Lindblad Expeditions voyages or for details of the full portfolio of itineraries visit expeditions.com.
*Terms and conditions apply. Book between 31 July- 30 September 2024 and save up to AU$2,142 / NZ$2,382 per cabin on select 2025 voyages. The expedition credit saving will be deducted from cabin fare prior to any additional applicable savings with the purchase of cabin fare. Valid for new bookings only on select departures, subject to availability, not applicable on airfare or extensions, and is not combinable with any other offers. Call for details.
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